HEMP SEEDS One serving of this complete protein has an array of essential fatty acids, including omega-3s, in addition to fiber and several minerals. Plus, hemp seeds don’t contain carbs, which vegetarians and vegans tend to overdo. Sprinkle a tablespoon into a smoothie or on top of a salad for ...

The pain in your back may be caused by tension from tight muscles pulling on your spine. Properly aligning your spine is the best way to decrease this tension. Sit on a block or cushion with your hips higher than your knees. Rather than “straightening” your back, sit with your ...

Dengue, a viral disease transmitted by the bite of the Aedes mosquito, has reached alarming proportions in the past few years. (About 11,760 dengue cases have been reported in Singapore alone since the start of the year.) Numerous studies have indicated that the juice of the leaves of the Carica ...

You are 16-20% more likely to order healthy food if you have a post-yoga nosh in a well-lit room versus a dimly lit space. Researchers say it’s because bright lights make you more alert, and therefore more inspired to make more healthful, forward thinking decisions. Source: Journal of Marketing Research This article ...

People have turned to herbs to boost health for centuries. But a new report published in the journal Cancer found that some herbal supplements may be risky for cancer patients. Researchers looked at 44 herbal medicines, and a whopping 29 of these were deemed to pose health risks to patients ...

Get a daily yoga dose: While regular Down Dogs won’t allow you to ditch your asthma inhaler completely, you may find yourself needing it less often. A recent review of 10 studies found that a regular yoga practice can increase overall quality of life for asthmatics, helping them to sleep better, ...

Antioxidants Twelve weeks of yoga led to higher levels of disease fighting antioxidants compared with running, cycling, and jumping rope, according to a new study in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. While we usually think of antioxidants coming solely from nutrient-dense foods, the body also naturally produces compounds with ...

Yes—but expect your baked goods to be crispier. Ghee is made by using heat to remove milk solids and most of the water from butterfat. That process also removes whey and casein proteins and lactose, which encourage a soft texture. Because it contains more fat than butter, use 25 percent ...

Yoga has been shown to decrease cortisol and adrenaline, the main stress hormones that make you feel overwhelmed, cranky, and on edge. However, a single yoga class isn’t enough to balance them. Most studies show that significant hormonal improvement requires three to six months of regular practice for 30 to ...

Your vinyasa practice may keep you fit, but it doesn’t necessarily prepare your body for high-intensity interval training (HIIT). A University of British Columbia study found that non-athletes showed signs of harmful stress in their muscle tissues after two weeks of HIIT. The muscle cells were only firing at half-power ...

The next time your lower back acts up, try to quiet your mind before you reach for the opioids. Prescription pain relief is not only expensive, but it can also be addictive. An all-natural antidote? A few minutes of meditation can significantly reduce pain, even in those who have built ...

If you maintain a regular yoga practice, you might want to thank your mother. Children of moms who remained active during pregnancy tend to be more physically active themselves, suggests preliminary research from Baylor College of Medicine. And observational studies have also shown mom’s healthy habits continue to rub off ...